1999 Opel Frontera vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 610 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Frontera | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
